No matter when it occurs (day or night), incontinence can cause great distress for both the parent and child. When it becomes a frequent occurrence, many parents think that something may be physically or psychologically wrong with their child, fear that their child will be teased or ridiculed and are concerned about their child’s self-esteem.

Children may feel anxious and embarrassed, causing them to miss school and avoid other activities with peers, such as sleepovers. Parents, having to continuously deal with the incontinence, may miss work or social engagements.

Persistent nighttime bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) is the most common issue of bladder control in childhood. The family can take comfort in the fact that the problem is common and children generally outgrow it. In the meantime, though, the agony continues. Frequent wetting can also damage the urinary tract.

The 2-B-Dry Program

We have established the 2-B-Dry Program, or Continence Clinic, to help children learn healthy voiding habits, achieve greater continence and prevent urinary infections and other problems associated with incontinence. Our urologists and nurse practitioners are experienced in determining if there is a physical cause for the wetting and work to prescribe a unique treatment plan tailored for each child.